Journeys District Manager in Training (DMIT)

Company: Ocean State Job Lot
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 20, 2025

Job Description:

Why work just anywhere when you can work at Journeys? A 40% off discount, team that feels like family, work hard/play hard environment & promote from within attitude -- Journeys has it all. This is a place where fashion, music, art, creativity, culture, community & opportunity merge together. You can be yourself, meet lifelong friends & launch your career. Apply today & find the perfect fit in our stores!Journeys District Manager in Training (DMIT)Location: Atlanta, GA (1413 Cumberland Mall)Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including apparel, backpacks, hats, and accessories. With more than 800 stores in all 50 US states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, Journeys offers the most popular brands that cater to the teen lifestyle such as Converse, Vans, Dr Martens, UGG, Adidas, Timberland, Birkenstock, Crocs, and Hey Dude. Through strategic artistic partnerships, event sponsorships, exclusive content, creative collaborations with musicians, and a focus on giving back to the community through charitable events and volunteer programs- Journeys has become more than just a retailer, but a universal part of teen and youth culture. The in-store Journeys experience features an energetic environment, friendly, passionate staff, and an inclusive atmosphere where self-expression is not just accepted - but encouraged and embraced.Journeys is always looking for great people to join our team!

• Rapid promotion opportunities for top performers - we promote from within
• You get to work in a fun environment with the coolest people around
• We conduct business with integrity and passion
• Excellent benefits and employee discount
• Compensation includes base pay, sales commission, and bonus potential*JOB SUMMARYTo assist District Sales Manager in supervising retail store locations in assigned district, while developing necessary skill sets to perform the job functions required as a DSM.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Achieve district sales goals and profitability targets while maintaining home store performance
  • Support the DSM in evaluating people, performance, developing action plans to improve sales, and measuring results
  • Assist in staffing stores within the district
  • Assist in managing Loss Prevention practices within the district
  • Direct store operations and provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to all employees by enforcing all company policies and practices
  • Ensure that all company initiatives are properly implemented and to the standard of the company direction
  • Recruit, interview, and hire store management candidates as per Regional/DSM instructions
  • Train, develop, and promote store employees within the district
  • Regularly conduct store visits as per Regional/DSM instructions
  • Maintain regular communication with District Sales Manager, Regional, and corporate office staffMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
    • 1-2 years retail sales experience
    • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
    • Home store meets the Grand Open Ready criteria
    • Valid state motor vehicle operator's license
    • Willingness to travel extensively within district
    • Proven ability to increase sales and profitability
    • Proven ability to recruit, train, and develop high-caliber teams
    • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, fluid environment
    • Completion of all training programs leading up to District Manager in Training position or equivalent training/Multi-Store Supervisor experience
    • Ability to work night and weekend shifts
    • Ability to climb, reach, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds
    • Stand for long periods of time
    • Must be at least 18 years of age**Age requirements for full-time employment may vary based on state*The pay rate, commission, and bonus structure varies per job title, county, city, state or province. Benefits offered may include medical, vision, and dental insurance, a vacation package, and community service hours but may also vary by state, province, or territory.PRE-APPLICATION DISCLOSURESEqual employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, physical or mental disability of otherwise qualified individuals, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or registered domestic/civil union partner status, gender identity and/or expression, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reductions in force, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.SHOULD YOU HAVE A NEED, GENESCO WILL PROVIDE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WITHIN A TIMELY MANNER TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION UPON REQUEST.Genesco is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected status.
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